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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam versus Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser .

Published on January 02, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 13 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and reducing pores

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or silicones

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Face Cleanser Finnish Brand Finland
Makeup Remover Finnish Brand Finland

Face Cleanser

Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA

Benefits

Hydrating
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Reduces Large Pores
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 1.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

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Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 2.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Cleansing
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate is a gentle cleanser and surfactant. It is the sodium salt of the Cocoyl Glutamic Acid and comes from coconut oil. As a surfactant, it helps lift dirt and oil to be washed away.

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate also has an emolliating effect and can help leave the skin feeling soft.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 3.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does: Astringent, Tonic
Community Rating: Liked

Betula Alba Juice is the sap from a birch tree named Betula Alba.

Sap from the Betula Alba tree can help sooth and protect the skin. Betula Alba Juice contains tannins and triterpenes. Tannins are an antioxidant that help fight against free-radical molecules. It is also an astringent and may help reduce pore size. Triterpenes have been shown to help heal wounds.

Betula Alba Juice contains manganese and several amino acids.

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Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 5.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 7.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Masking, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.

Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.

Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.

Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.

Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.

We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.

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Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 10.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 11.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 12.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 13.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 19.

We don't have a description for Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 14.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 15.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Perfuming, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".

Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.

When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.

The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.

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Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 16.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 24.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

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Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 17.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 25.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

24% are loved or liked
18% have mixed ratings
47% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet
24% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
48% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet

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Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Cleansing Foam 17 ingredients

1.0 /5
from 1 rating
Doesn't Work (1) Drying (1) Light (1)
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Zora

3 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

According to the product description it targets oily/combination skin. However, it did not have a positive effect on my oil production. Also, just...

According to the product description it targets oily/combination skin. However, it did not have a positive effect on my oil production. Also, just after using the product (before applying moisturizer) my skin felt really dry, which could further increase oil production.

The only positive thing with the product is the highly convinient bottle, which is both easy to use and safe to travel with (it never leaked even the slightest). But all in all, I do not recommend this product.

Lumene PUHDAS Deeply Purifying Micellar Gel Cleanser 25 ingredients

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